It Takes a Village Writ ten
On the 12th of January 2020, my two daughters (now 1 and 3 years) had their baby blessing ceremony. This was a significant moment for me as this was something I had been wanting to do for a long time. I know in some Christian circles baby dedications and blessings are not mandatory or a big deal. But for me it was because I know that it takes a village to raise a child. It’s my desire for my children to know that they are a part of this big, amazing village with a rich heritage in Christ. Community shapes and forms who we are. As a colleague wisely puts it, we become who we associate with. Like all good mothers I want my children 13
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to be raised within a church community where their spiritual growth and development will be nurtured and prioritised. No parent should ever do this alone. The task is too big and too important! My pastor asked me why I felt the need to do a baby dedication for my daughters. My answer was simple and as follows: I want my children to be fully planted in a community where their identity in Christ would be solidified and their spiritual gifts be nurtured and sharpened for the edification of the church body as originally planned by God. I have come to know God’s love,
